ABTN report
This is abtn's take on the matter dated 15/5/05 but no mention of the LET: -
BREAKING NEWS is a new airline announced today called Manx2. The brainchild of Noel Hayes, who used to run Rockhopper based in Alderney (now Blue Islands with whom Noel now has no connection), and James Filleul, a former Channel Islands reporter for the BBC. Jetstream 31 pressurised aircraft will form the nucleus of the fleet. They plan to initially serve Leeds Bradford Airport from the Isle of Man starting 12 August with Belfast International and Blackpool to Ronaldsway in the start-up package. The airline will not compete directly with Euromanx who is using the opportunity to launch an innovative frequent flyer, whilst just across the sea, in Dublin, Aer Arann has called a press conference for later today with the guest of honour no less than An Taoiseach, Mr Bertie Ahern, TD. Further ATR aircraft are expected to be announced.
OtonPete